Tiger's eye with golden-brown facets opens up this classic wedding and engagement ring. The faceted cut catches the light in narrow flashes, echoing the silky cat's-eye effect characteristic of this variety of quartz. Two small cubic zirconia stones on either side add a cool contrast without drawing attention away from the main stone. In old jewellery tradition, tiger's eye was associated with stability and renewal - a fitting association for a ring worn on the finger at the moment of an important decision.

We hand-select the stone for this design, taking care to ensure an even, saturated colour across the whole surface of the facet. Good specimens of tiger's eye in this quality are hard to find today, and their price is rising along with the price of silver, which makes buying now look like a sensible move. The metal itself is refined European silver, sterling silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium - a hard metal, resistant to scratching, which protects the surface from tarnishing and dulling, so the ring needs cleaning less often. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which guarantees the origin of the metal. The alloy is free of nickel and other harmful additives, so the ring does not irritate the skin even with everyday wear. The ring is medium in size and weighs 2.7 g, which translates into a light, comfortable fit on the finger.

For everyday wear it sits well with a linen shirt in earthy tones or a simple cotton dress - the warm colour of the stone pairs naturally with natural fabrics. For the office, it can be paired with a cotton shirt and loose trousers, keeping the whole look calm and classic. In the evening, against a muted, dark outfit, the golden tone of the tiger's eye is the first thing to catch the eye. This colour combination works just as well for everyday wear as it does for an engagement.